Iranian Ports Face US Naval Blockade After Talks Collapse
The United States said it will begin blocking all maritime traffic entering and leaving Iranian ports and coastal areas at 10 a.m. Eastern Time on Monday, April 13, after ceasefire talks in Islamabad ended without an agreement. US Central Command said the measure will apply to ships of any nationality using Iranian ports on the Gulf and Gulf of Oman.
April 13, 2026
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Australian Teen Sprinter Shatters U-20 200m Record, Surpasses Bolt’s Age Benchmark
Gout Gout clocks 19.67 seconds at national championships, emerging as one of the fastest young sprinters in history.
April 12, 2026
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Trump Threatens Naval Blockade of Ships in Strait of Hormuz After Failed Iran Talks
US President warns of immediate action against vessels linked to Iran as tensions escalate following unsuccessful peace negotiations.
April 12, 2026
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Putin Offers Mediation After Failed Iran–US Talks in Pakistan
Russia signals readiness to play a larger diplomatic role in Middle East peace efforts following unsuccessful negotiations between Iran and the United States in Islamabad.
April 12, 2026
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Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Dies at 92 in Mumbai
Legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai on Sunday at the age of 92, according to her family, ending one of the most influential careers in South Asian music. She was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital after suffering from chest infection and extreme exhaustion.
April 12, 2026
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At Least 24 Killed in Israeli Airstrikes Across Lebanon Amid Fragile Ceasefire Efforts
Multiple overnight strikes hit southern Lebanon towns, while tensions escalate despite ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure peace in the region.
April 12, 2026
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Wheat Imports from India Resume Through Hili Land Port After Four Years
Bangladesh restarts wheat imports via Hili port as trade resumes following the lifting of India’s export restrictions.
April 12, 2026
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Hungary Holds High Stakes Vote With Orbán Under Pressure
Hungarians began voting on Sunday in a parliamentary election that puts Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s 16 year hold on power under its heaviest pressure in more than a decade. Voters are choosing the 199 member parliament in a contest watched closely across Europe because of Hungary’s stance on Russia, Ukraine and the European Union.
April 12, 2026
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JD Vance Attends Face-to-Face Iran Talks in Islamabad: White House
The White House confirms that US Vice President JD Vance is directly participating in high-level talks with Iran in Islamabad as negotiations continue.